Imagine how much money you could save each month/year if you used reusable cloth menstrual pads. This thought might illicit an "Eww!", but if you're looking for ways to be frugal and eco-friendly this is a good option to consider. Disposable pads and tampons are made from synthetic materials which mean there is nothing natural about them. In some women, they can cause yeast infections, irritation, and redness. If you use tampons, there's a possible risk of getting toxic shock syndrome (TSS). It's something we don't need to deal with on top of what's happening during that time of the month. If you're more of a tampon user, here are a couple of alternatives you can try and will save you money in the long run. One is called the Diva Cup and it's made from silicone; it's latex-free, plastic-free and BPA-free. The other is sea sponges that will last up to six months. You can make your own reusable cloth menstrual pads because they can last five years or more and that's a huge … [Read more...]
Earth Day
Earth day is this week (4/22/10). How should Christians respond to Earth day? First, I think we need to keep it all in perspective. Yes, we are to be good stewards of the planet. However, we are not to be earth “worshipers.” The earth is just another thing in our lives that God wants us to be a good steward with. Yes, it is important…However, Jesus Christ and His shed Blood is much more important. Saving souls should be above saving polar bears. You know what I mean? So, do I think Christian’s should celebrate Earth Day? Sure. Just make sure you have this whole eco, green planet stuff in perspective. Make sure that you are lined up with the Word and that God is your priority and His will. Do not let being green override sharing the Love of Christ and your true God-given purpose. All that said, I thought it would be cool to add some fun stuff to do for earth day… Earth Day Activities: Plant a tree. This could be a fun family project. Recycle. Take those cans you have been … [Read more...]
7 Reusing Paper Tips for Young Children
For those of you that have toddlers or young children the issue of using paper to draw on has most likely come up. How can we let our kids enjoy coloring without feeling like we are allowing the waste of paper and the over killing of trees? Well, by being creative, coming up with ways to reuse it, chilling out and teaching your children how to draw and enjoy the paper without wasting it! Children do what they are taught. If we teach them to be green and that God wants them to take care of the environment and be good stewards, they will be conscience of that. 7 Tips for Toddlers and Young Children to Lean to Recycle Paper Both sides - make sure that when they draw, they are using the whole sheet of paper and both sides as well. Make more art - once the paper has been used, instead of tossing it, throw it in your art scraps for later. Old drawings can be cut up and used to make collages, or to cover an old frozen juice container and make a pen holder or other crafts that require … [Read more...]
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